Today's contest between the Rajasthan Royals and the Mumbai Indians, will once again pit Sachin Tendulkar against Shane Warne.

Sachin has been the winner during most of their legendary duels, though Warne has also had his moments.

When they played for their countries, for a long time it was Sachin being a one-man army for India, while Warne was backed by the awesome might of the Australian team.

The tables are turned now, with Sachin's Mumbai Indians looking to be one of the few teams punters feel will surely make the semi-finals, while Warne's Rajasthan Royals are down in the dumps and would look to their captain for inspiration and that special spark that he seems to be able to summon from nowhere.

If Sachin can survive the inital overs, until Warne comes on to bowl, then look out for the fascinating battle within a battle, when two of the game's finest pit their minds and their crafts against each other.